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PORTABLE
KE R OSENE -HE ATER
"OWNER'S MANUAL"
MODEL : RMC- 55R7 / RMC- 55R7B
Before the first use of this heater, please read this OWNER'S MANUAL very
carefully. This OWNER'S MANUAL has been designed to instruct you as to the
proper manner in which to assemble the heater maintain the heater, store the
heater, and most importantly, how to operate the heater in a safe and efficient
manner. Please keep this manual for future reference.
GHP Group, Inc.,
Niles, IL 60714-3302, USA
TELEPHONE : 1-877-447-4768
4221 - 0005 - 11
05/13 Rev. 07
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- Page 1 KE R OSENE -HE ATER “OWNER’S MANUAL” MODEL : RMC- 55R7 / RMC- 55R7B Before the first use of this heater, please read this OWNER'S MANUAL very carefully. This OWNER'S MANUAL has been designed to instruct you as to the...
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Page 2: Cautions-Safety Guide
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING CAUTIONS - SAFETY GUIDE - WARNING!! RISK OF EXPLOSION / RISK OF FIRE to fill the fuel reservoir area. This is normal for a cartridge tank kerosene heater. NEVER use any fuel other than water-clear 1-K kerosene or red dyed 1-K kerosene. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! CONTENTS OF OWNER'S MANUAL PAGE PAGE ITEM ITEM CAUTIONS-SAFETY GUIDE 10~12 WICK REPLACEMENT INTRODUCTION CHECKING THE IGNITION SYSTEM FEATURES WICK ADJUSTER MECHANISM KEROSENE (1-K ONLY) AUTOMATIC SAFETY SHUT-OFF DEVICE UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING LONG TERM STORAGE OF YOUR THE HEATER HEATER FUELING YOUR HEATER... -
Page 4: Kerosene (1-K Only)
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING KEROSENE (1- K Only) It is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT to the operation of this heater that you use the proper grade of kerosene. The proper grade of kerosene is identified as 1-K Kerosene. DO NOT OPERATE THIS HEATER WITH ANY FUEL OTHER THAN 1-K KEROSENE! 1-K Kerosene has been refined to virtually eliminate contaminants such as sulphur, which can cause a rotten egg odor during operation of the heater. -
Page 5: Unpacking And Assembling
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING THE HEATER 1. REMOVE THE HEATER AND ALL PACKING MATERIALS FROM THE BOX.(Fig. 2) NOTE:Save the shipping carton and packing materials for Owner’s Manual future storage. 2. Open the grille from the right hand side, by pulling up on the lower right hand corner. -
Page 6: The Heater
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING FUELING YOUR HEATER NOTE : See section 3, page 3 on KEROSENE for instructions on the proper grade of kerosene to use with this heater. CAUTION : NEVER REMOVE THE CARTRIDGE TANK FROM THIS HEATER WHILE THE HEATER IS OPERATING OR WHILE THE HEATER IS STILL HOT. -
Page 7: Automatic Ignition System
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! AUTOMATIC IGNITION SYSTEM For safety and convenience, this heater features an automatic ignition system. 2 “D” cell batteries, included with the heater, provide the power for the igniter which lights the wick once it has been raised to its maximum height. -
Page 8: Adjusting The Wick
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING ADJUSTING THE WICK After lighting the heater, it is important to check the heater flame within the first 5-7 minutes of operation. After 5-7 minutes of operation, you should use the wick adjuster knob to obtain the proper flame height (see Fig 8). IF THE FLAME IS TOO YELLOW, TURN THE WICK ADJUSTER KNOB DOWN SLIGHTLY UNTIL YOU GET THE BLUE FLAME INDICATED IN FIG.8. -
Page 9: Daily Check And Maintenance Procedure
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! NOTE : Carbon build-up on the wick may prevent the wick from completely lowering when the extinguish button is pushed. This can result In the flame not extinguishing. If this happens, continue to push the extinguish button and turn the wick adjuster knob in a counterclockwise direction (towards “OFF”) as far as it will go. -
Page 10: Wick Maintenance
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING Inspect the batteries If the igniter filament does not get hot enough to ignite the wick and the igniter filament appears to be normal, replace the batteries. For best results use non-alkaline batteries only. Inspect the wick Inspect the wick before each use to see if carbon has accumulated on the wick. -
Page 11: Wick Replacement
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! WICK REPLACEMENT Wick replacement should be performed on a completely cool heater after the cartridge tank has been removed and the remainder of the kerosene in the heater has been burned off. Use only genuine replacement wick. Replacement wick number : Glowick 200-B, Kero-World 20401-U, Dura Heat DH-200, Pick-A-Wick-PW27. - Page 12 NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING Replacement wick has a The black line on the outside of Replace the wick and holder the wick should match the top in the burner tank. black line. edge of the holder. Rotate 90 degrees left and Fold the new wick and slide it Then press it against the teeth right as well as up and down...
- Page 13 NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! Reinstall the wind cover. Remove the wick adjusting knob Reinstall the cabinet. once again, if it was reinstalled before. Tighten 5 screws on the Reinstall the chimney and the Reinstall the wick adjusting cabinet cartridge tank.
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Page 14: Checking The Ignition System
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING CHECKING THE IGNITION SYSTEM If the automatic ignition system fails to operate properly, perform the following checks: - BATTERIES - 2 “D” cell batteries are located at the rear of the heater. Check for proper installation. And / or Replace with new batteries. - IGNITE R PLUG - If the automatic ignition system still doesn’t work after replacing the batteries, check the igniter plug. -
Page 15: Long Term Storage Of Your
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! TESTING THE AUTOMATIC SAFETY SHUT-OFF DEVICE: At least once a week during the heating season, it is important to test the safety shut-off device to be sure that it is operating properly. WITH THE HEATER TURNED OFF, raise the wick using the wick adjuster knob to the fully raised position. -
Page 16: Special Safety Precautions
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING SPECIAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Where to use your kerosene heater - Only use a kerosene heater on a level surface. - Do not place a kerosene heater in a traffic areas such as an entrance or exit. Do not use a kerosene heater in a windy area. -
Page 17: Trouble Shooting Guide
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Heater Will Not Light ; water-clear 1-K kerosene or l l i red dyed 1-K kerosene. 2. Water present in kerosene 2. Drain tank. Remove wick assembly & replace wick. Reinstall wick assembly. -
Page 18: Parts List
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING PARTS LIST EXPLODED PARTS DRAWING NOTE: SPECIFY MODEL NUMBER AND DRAWING PART PART NUMBER WHEN ORDERING PARTS. DESCRIPTION NUMBER NUMBER FUEL CAP WS-CT01R HINGE SPRING WS-CT02R DOOR(RMC-55R7) WS-CT03R DOOR(RMC-55R7B) WS-CT03RB TOP PLATE(RMC-55R7) WS-CT04R TOP PLATE(RMC-55R7B) WS-CT04RB CARTRIDGE TANK... - Page 20 GHP Group, Inc. 6440 W Howard St Niles, IL 60714-3302 Tel: (877) 447-4768 www.ghpgroupinc.com GHP Group, Inc. 6440 W Howard St Niles, IL 60714-3302...